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How to Prevent Medication Errors: 5 Tips for Hospital Pharmacies
Regular use of medication is widespread across the United States. According to a national survey, 81% of respondents had taken some form of medication the previous week, and 50% took at least one prescription medication.1 With such prevalent use, it’s easy to see how patients can get confused about what they’re taking, and overworked healthcare professionals
Optimizing the Hospital Pharmacy: How to Cut Costs and Grow Revenue
As health systems wrestle with the cost of healthcare, innovative hospital executives are taking a closer look at their pharmacies – historically considered a high-cost center. With a bit of creativity and some savvy choices, administrators are finding ways to reduce costs and grow pharmacy revenue. Cut Costs by Optimizing Your Pharmacy’s Business Operations Increasing
Pharmacy Week Profile: Yahya Bello – The Path from Pharmacy Technician to Pharmacist
In celebration of National Pharmacy Week and to honor the incredible achievements and impacts pharmacy professionals make in the field of healthcare, we are sharing personal stories from some of our own pharmacy team members. In December 2020, the world was experiencing a global pandemic. Schools were closed, hospital beds were full, and Pharmacy Technician,
Pharmacy Week Profile: Elliot Marino, CompleteRx System Clinical Manager
In celebration of National Pharmacy Week and to honor the incredible achievements and impacts pharmacy professionals make in the field of healthcare, we are sharing personal stories from some of our own pharmacy team members. For 33-year-old Elliot Marino, the last couple of years have taught him a lot. The most significant lessons I take
Customer Service Counts: Enrique Najera Pharmacist in Charge
In celebration of National Pharmacy Week and to honor the incredible achievements and impacts pharmacy professionals make in the field of healthcare, we are sharing personal stories from some of our own pharmacy team members. Following a ten-minute technical glitch (on my end), I am finally able to connect with the friendly, amiable voice on
White Bagging vs. Brown Bagging Practices in Hospital Pharmacy and Health Systems
White bagging and brown bagging are two distinct ways of delivering specialty medications to patients that have gained prominence in recent years. But how do they stack up to clear bagging and the newest standard of gold bagging? And where does traditional buy and bill fit into the mix? Let’s delve into these practices, define
National Pharmacist Month: Celebrating Our Healthcare Heroes
Every October, Americans come together to celebrate National Pharmacist Month. It’s a great time to recognize and appreciate the invaluable contributions that pharmacists, technicians, and pharmacy teams make to patient care. This month offers plenty of opportunities to shed light on the vital role they play in helping people in our communities, hospitals, and beyond
Streamlining Hospital Pharmacy Workflow: Enhancing Efficiency for Optimal Patient Care
Hospital pharmacies play a vital role in delivering quality healthcare services to patients. In fact, as pharmacists become more involved in direct clinical care, their interventions have been shown to help reduce the occurrence of adverse drug events, improve medication adherence, and shorten hospital stays. When a strong workflow is in place, it shows. On
Navigating Today’s Drug Shortages: A Guide for Hospital Preparedness
In 2023, the healthcare industry continues to grapple with the persistent challenge of drug shortages. According to the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP), drug shortages are at the highest they’ve been in nearly a decade, emphasizing the urgent need for proactive planning and preparation. As hospitals strive to ensure the highest quality of care